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Better Together

She’s Local launches the first annual South Shore Conference for Women By Maria Allen After driving from her home on Cape Cod to attend the sold-out She’s Local MetroWest Conference for Women last year, Michelle Woodbrey, CEO of 2Sisters Senior Living Advisors, felt both inspired and motivated. Marching up to the event’s organizer, She’s Local … Read more

Revealing Rivershed Records

By Gabrielle Martin The Southern-style restaurant The Rivershed in Scituate is known for hosting talented musicians from the South Shore and beyond on its barn-board stage. Owner Kara Tondorff started the label Rivershed Records in May of this year in an effort to increase her involvement in the music industry. She wanted to make it … Read more

Walking in Her Shoes

Plimoth Plantation

Having served as the executive director of Plimoth Plantation for the past 10 years, Ellie Donovan reflects on the importance of public history, the much-anticipated return of the Mayflower in 2020 and what inspires her most about the South Shore’s famed living history museum. By Maria Allen and Photography by Dan Cutrona Can you describe … Read more

Look Who’s Talking

Listening to a podcast can be a great way to pass the time during your daily commute (or while you’re folding laundry). Here are three locally produced podcasts that offer great tips for small businesses and provide a platform for local experts to share inspiring stories. By Maria Allen Liz on Biz The Host: Abington … Read more

Fall Fashion Trends

Crisp autumn air has arrived, which means it’s the perfect time to update your wardrobe. Get inspired by these easy-to-wear fall looks from South Shore boutiques. Nic + Zoe — 92 Derby St., Hingham nicandzoe.com Fringe Cuff Sweater, Honeycomb Pant and Calle Suede Mule Nic + Zoe — 92 Derby St., Hingham nicandzoe.com Sealed With … Read more

Concrete by Design

A Hingham company breaks with tradition by transforming homes with highly customized concrete decor. By Laura DeSisto Photography by Jack Foley In a warehouse workshop just behind Derby Street Shops in Hingham, Peter Somers spends his days making all sorts of objects out of concrete–some practical and others whimsical. Somers never planned on becoming a … Read more

Entrepreneurs with Empathy

Slow Fashion Entreprenuer

Three women-owned startups based on the South Shore have made environmental and social responsibility part of their business model. By Jennifer H. McInerney Photography by Julia Cumes and Rosemary Tufankjian We live in an age where conscious consumers are beginning to influence the way many businesses operate. Three women-owned startups here on the South Shore … Read more

A Floral Affair

Written by Maria Allen   Photography by Rachel Buckley Weddings There is something magical about hosting an outdoor cocktail party or farm-to-table dinner and being surrounded by nature, whether it be in a beautiful garden, beneath a forest canopy or by the water’s edge. Last October, local event planner Jessica Hennessey of Jessica Hennessy Weddings in … Read more

Bread Winner

One man’s backyard bakery in Scituate evolves from a passion project into a full-time business By Kelly Chase Photography by Kjeld Mahoney Photography At 3 a.m., the town of Scituate is still and dark. But there’s a light on inside a barn off of Country Way. Twice a week, before the sun comes up, ovens … Read more

River of Inspiration

Photography by Kjeld Mahoney Photography Stepping out the back door of his new photography gallery in Scituate, located on the grounds of Kennedy’s Country Gardens, Kjeld Mahoney has a prime view of the North River and surrounding marshes. The river has always been a source of inspiration for Mahoney. Last year, he teamed up with … Read more

New Flavors at a Landmark Restaurant

The Grill at Fairview Inn delivers a delicious combination of creative comfort food and a beautiful ocean view. By Gabrielle S. Martin  Photography by Jack Foley Earlier this year, a pair of local restaurateurs set out to breathe new life into a landmark Marshfield restaurant. Situated on the edge of the Brant Rock peninsula, The … Read more

Minding the Wage Gap

Minding the Wage GAp

Two local women are making strides to increase gender parity in the workplace, both locally and around the world. Written by David Kindy “I’ve been blessed and lucky,” she said. “I’m fortunate that I am in a position where I can now help other people,” says Driscoll. “I want to help people find their passion … Read more